Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Side by side comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook. Compare dimensions, processors, batteries, storage capacities and other key specifications and features to simplify the choice of your perfect laptop. Our goal is to make it easier for you to decide on the laptop that will best meet your expectations by revealing the main differences between the products.

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

good battery life

impressive security features

portable design

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

higher price point

HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

lightweight design

long battery life

high-quality display

excellent connectivity options

fast processor

high price point

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

limited storage options

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) and HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
87 % - Design
85 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
87 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) vs. HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 30.58 cm x 21.706 cm x 1.819 cm 29.74 cm x 22.04 cm x 1.64 cm
Weight 1.31 kg 990 g
Case Material Aluminum, magnesium alloy, polyphenylene sulfide -
Colour Villi black Slate blue
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 13.5" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight WLED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA) 1920 x 1280 (WUXGA+)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:10 3:2
Image Brightness 300 cd/m² 1000 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% NTSC 100% sRGB
Privacy Technology - HP SureView Reflect
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut Micro Edge, Low Blue Light technology, HP Eye Ease, WUXGA+ ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) anti-glare eDP +PSR
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
CPU Intel Core i5 (11th Gen) 1135G7 / 2.4 GHz Intel Core i7 (12th Gen) 1255U / 1.7 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 4.2 GHz 4.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 10-core
Cache 8 MB L3 - 12 MB
Platform Technology Intel Evo -
Features Integrated memory controller Intel Turbo Boost Technology
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 16 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM LPDDR5 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
Rated Speed 4266 MHz 4800 MHz
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe), triple-level cell (TLC)
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel Iris Xe Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Memory Allocation Technology Shared Video Memory (UMA) -
Max Monitors Supported 3 external monitor(s) -
Camera Yes - 1080p Yes
Resolution - 5 Megapixel
Camera Features Privacy shutter, IR camera, Windows Hello HP Camera Privacy Key, MIPI-RAW Infrared, HP Auto Frame
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 Realtek ALC3315
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
Audio Features - Bang & Olufsen Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2 Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
Compliant Standards - IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter, dual stream (2x2) Miracast, dual stream (2x2), CNVi
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Technology Lithium polymer 6-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 54.7 Wh 68 Wh
Battery Life Up to 24 hours Up to 19.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Input AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V, 8 A
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, ClickPad
Keyboard Name - HP Premium
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, Fn keys with Unified Communications controls Multi-touch clickpad, gesture function, privacy, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Interfaces USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.2 Gen 1
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4a Alt Mode) (Power Delivery 3.0)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock (combined dual USB-C and ethernet side connection)
2 x USB4 (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort 1.4 Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (charging)
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
Software Included - HP Support Assistant, HP Power Manager, HP Hotkey Support, HP Secure Erase, HP Drive Packs (free download), HP Client Catalogue (free download), HP PC Hardware Diagnostics, HP Manageability & Integration Kit (free download), HP Notifications, HP Connection Optimizer, HP Sure Click, HP Privacy Settings, HP Cloud Recovery, HP Sure Sense, HP Sure Admin, HP QuickDrop, HP Client Management Script Library (free download), HP BIOSphere Gen6, HP Wake on WLAN, myHP, HP Image Assistant Gen5 (free download), HP Client Security Manager Gen7, HP SureStart Gen7, HP Easy Clean, HP Smart Support, HP Quick Touch, HP Sure Recover Gen5, HP Sure Run Gen5
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad X13 Gen 2 (20WK) HP Elite Dragonfly G3 Notebook
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter HP 65 Watt nPFC Slim USB-C AC Adapter
Integrated Options - Ambient light sensor, HP Tamper Lock, ambient colour sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810H tested, self-healing BIOS, NVMe password BIOS Absolute Persistence, HP Automatic Drive Lock, HP DriveLock, HP Fast Charge, BIOS Update via Network, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards RoHS, TCG Certified CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, CCC, FIPS 140-2 Level 2, FCC, RoHS, WEEE, ICES, Common Criteria EAL4+, KC, EAC, CIT, IEEE 1680, ICCP, AUS/NZ, BNCI
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 5 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 8 - 95% 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Base warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Base warranty - battery - 1 year
Extended warranty - 1 year - on-site
Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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